Firefighters from the Virginia Department of Forestry (DOF) and partner departments are continuing containment efforts on the now 390-acre Quaker Run Fire that began Tuesday in Madison County near Syria, according to a DOF news release.

Virginia Gov, Glen Youngkin orders that the U.S. and Virginia flags shall be lowered immediately on Thursday, October 26, 2023, and remain at half-staff until sunset on Monday, October 30, 2023.

“Camrett Logistics has stimulated economic growth in Southwest Virginia for nearly three decades, and we are proud to support its continued success,” said Caren Merrick Secretary of Commerce and Tradek. “Businesses rely on 3PL services like Camrett’s to not only expand their reach and customer base, but also to keep products moving efficiently throughout the supply chain."

Traffic shifts are planned this weekend as part of the Shirlington Circle south rotary bridge project.

This sales tax holiday is an important measure to help Virginians keep more of their hard-earned money when purchasing essential school supplies, hurricane preparedness items, and clothing," said Governor Glenn Youngkin.

United States and Virginia flags will be flown at half-staff from Sunday, Oct. 8 until sunset on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023.

The Virginia Board of Historic Resources approved six new highway historical markers on Sept. 21, 2023. The markers range from one acknowledging an enslaved man who created a cure for a widespread disease to a popular racehorse named Boston, who is said to have won 40 of 45 races. It takes about six months from approval to erection of the markers. None are in Prince William County.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced Sept. 26 that Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) will invest $87 million to modernize, and expand its customer support center in Roanoke County. The investment will create about 1,100 new jobs and enhance the working experience for 1,650+ current employees, becoming Roanoke County's largest employer, the news release said.